Tornado warning issued in Manitoba as severe storms develop
Stay alert for rapidly changing conditions in your area as storms build across parts of the Prairies to end the week
4:39 p.m. CDT - Severe thunderstorms prompted a tornado warning in southern Manitoba on Friday afternoon.
Environment and Climate Change Canada issued a tornado warning for the following areas in southern Manitoba:
R.M. of Riding Mountain West incl. Asessippi Prov. Park
"This is a dangerous and potentially life-threatening situation. Take cover immediately, if threatening weather approaches," ECCC said in its warning.
The agency added: "Go indoors to a room on the lowest floor, away from outside walls and windows, such as a basement, bathroom, stairwell or interior closet. Leave mobile homes, vehicles, tents, trailers and other temporary or free-standing shelter, and move to a strong building if you can. As a last resort, lie in a low spot and protect your head from flying debris.”
CURRENT TORNADO WARNINGS (MANITOBA):
R.M. of Riding Mountain West incl. Asessippi Prov. Park
The original article with the full forecast for the Prairies continues below.
Ample instability will fuel a renewed risk for severe thunderstorms across portions of the Prairies on Friday.
The greatest risk for potent storms will build in Saskatchewan and Manitoba. All types of severe weather are possible here, including the risk for one or two tornadoes.
Stay safe by keeping up with the latest severe weather watches and warnings in your area. Know what to do and where to go if a tornado warning is issued for your location.
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Friday severe weather potential grows
Friday will feature the highest instability we’ve seen all week across the Prairies.
This enhanced thunderstorm fuel will feed the risk for severe weather heading into the afternoon and evening hours.
A widespread risk for isolated thunderstorms will cover the region from northern Alberta to southern Manitoba and just about everywhere in between. This includes a risk for hail in the Alberta foothills.
The potential for organized severe weather will unfold across portions of Saskatchewan and Manitoba, including Saskatoon and Regina. The greatest threat is likely around Brandon and Estevan.
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Folks here can expect strong wind gusts, large hail, heavy rainfall, and possibly one or two tornadoes. Supercells and rotating storms are possible along and near the international border, which could also carry the risk for tornadoes.
Saturday looks to be another stormy day as high instability and favourable dynamics spread over the region once again.
The risk for severe thunderstorms will push into Manitoba on Saturday, covering communities including Brandon, Winnipeg, and the Interlakes region.
Stay with The Weather Network for the latest on conditions across the Prairies.